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From space-saving solutions to the latest in sophisticated style, our design articles are written with you and your dream kitchen in mind.

  • Make Every Inch Count

    Make Every Inch Count

    Small kitchens often need big options in terms of storage. By tackling the following projects, you can add extra storage space to your kitchen without adding square footage.

    Out of sight.…Read More

  • Design for Your Budget

    Design for Your Budget

    While you may envision your ideal kitchen with granite countertops and top of the line appliances, many homeowners don't have the budget to afford these dream spaces. However, that doesn't…Read More

  • Design for Your Lifestyle

    Design for Your Lifestyle

    While you may fantasize over beautiful rooms seen in home magazines, you must always envision that room with you or your family living in the space. Additionally, the stage of…Read More

  • Kitchen Pet Peeves

    Kitchen Pet Peeves

    NEW MOEN® RESEARCH ASKS AMERICANS: WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST PET PEEVE IN THE KITCHEN?

    North Olmsted, Ohio… It's where the typical family begins and ends their day, and truth be told,…Read More

  • Decorating Solutions for Renters

    Decorating Solutions for Renters

    Moving into a new rental property and wondering how much your landlord will allow you to decorate to make it feel like your own? You're not alone. According to a…Read More

  • New Mom Makeover

    New Mom Makeover

    As you begin thinking about starting a family, most parents-to-be think about how their lives will change when their new bundle of joy arrives; however there are many changes that…Read More

  • Here Comes the Bride

    Here Comes the Bride

    While the fondue pot and ice cream maker seem like must-haves during bridal registry, ask yourself, "Will I really use these items on a regular basis?" You may want to…Read More

  • Kitchen Assistance for a Busy Family

    Kitchen Assistance for a Busy Family

    Too little time. Too many activities. These are the common complaints of today's working families. And companies that make everything from faucets to pre-cooked pot roasts are listening. This has…Read More

  • Beautiful on a Budget

    Beautiful on a Budget

    Do you look through home design magazines with envy, wishing you could create the same type of inspired looks featured on their glossy pages? Do you dream of what you…Read More

  • Remodeling Your Kitchen on a Budget

    Remodeling Your Kitchen on a Budget

    Is your kitchen dated and tired looking? Maybe you're ready to try a new style. If so, you're not alone. Kitchen remodels are one of this country's most popular home…Read More

  • Take the Chore Out of Doing Laundry

    Take the Chore Out of Doing Laundry

    Laundry. It's a never-ending chore. But today's laundry rooms are making this mundane task more efficient and convenient. Rising from the basement to the first - and even second floors…Read More

  • Loft Living

    Loft Living

    Today's loft owners are looking for more than a converted commercial space. They are demanding amenities and décor that have the scale and size to match the space, while not…Read More

  • Wide Open Spaces

    Wide Open Spaces

    Several decades ago, just about every home stuck with the status quo when it came to the floor plan: spaces were separated and singular in purpose. The kitchen was for…Read More

  • Cozy up your Kitchen

    Cozy up your Kitchen

    IT'S ALL WITHIN REACH
    Instead of having to bend over for pots and pans, install an overhead rack for easy access. They come in all shapes, sizes and finishes, and…Read More

  • Get a Kitchen that Works for You

    Get a Kitchen that Works for You

    When considering kitchen upgrades, many homeowners dream about new colors, flooring and finishes, with professional-grade appliances and styling that's straight out of a magazine. Your dream kitchen may be…Read More

  • Add an Hour to Your Day

    Add an Hour to Your Day

    Whether it's hitting the snooze button, mindlessly surfing the Internet or even "watching and waiting" for the water to get hot enough in the shower, everyone wastes time throughout their…Read More

  • What Shade Of Green Are You?

    What Shade Of Green Are You?

    If you thought green was a trend primarily embraced by Gen X- and Y-ers, think again. Information gathered by Moen Incorporated, the Environmental Protection Agency's 2010 WaterSense® Manufacturer…Read More

  • Turn A Gourmet Kitchen Into A Chef's Studio

    Turn A Gourmet Kitchen Into A Chef's Studio

    Does your kitchen feel more like Julie's than Julia's? No need to be concerned if you saw the 2009 film Julie & Julia and identified more with Julie, the…Read More

  • Your Kitchen: The Ultimate Multi-Tasker

    Your Kitchen: The Ultimate Multi-Tasker

    How do you create a kitchen environment that serves all of your families' activities and still serves as a place to create meals? Here are some ideas to help you…Read More

  • Discover Your Perfect Style

    Discover Your Perfect Style

    Do you like to think of yourself as a minimalist? Do you prefer styles and trends that exude simplicity? If you're looking for hardware or fixtures that complement almost any…Read More

  • Creating the Perfect Bar or Rec Room? Explore Top 5 Bar and Rec Room Ideas

    Creating the Perfect Bar or Rec Room? Explore Top 5 Bar and Rec Room Ideas

    Wet bars come in all styles, shapes and sizes and are able to be used both indoors and out. They can be built, styled and decorated to suit your tastes,…Read More

  • The Recipe for an Affordable Kitchen Makeover

    The Recipe for an Affordable Kitchen Makeover

    The daylight hours are longer, the kids are home to lend a hand, and the cooking's been moved to the backyard grill - three good reasons to devote a few…Read More

  • Unique Holiday Party Ideas/Themes

    Unique Holiday Party Ideas/Themes

    If formal holiday sit-down dinners aren't for you, try something different this year. Discover all the different holiday party ideas that will impress any guest and will make your holiday…Read More

  • 2012 Color Trends and A Few Fun Color Facts

    2012 Color Trends and A Few Fun Color Facts

    Every year, Sherwin-Williams releases its forecast of color trends and what paint colors they think will make their way into homes this year. Here's a quick description of each color…Read More

  • Warranty and Product Registration

    Warranty and Product Registration

    Your Moen product comes with a Lifetime Limited Warranty. Be sure to visit our product registration and warranty information pages for details.

    Warranty Information

    Moen products have been manufactured under the highest…Read More

  • 8 Rooms You'll Never Get Tired Of

    8 Rooms You'll Never Get Tired Of

    Sometimes, you have a general idea of what you what your remodel to look like, but you just can't picture it. Check out these hot looks to see how you…Read More

  • Designed With Real Life In Mind

    Designed With Real Life In Mind

    Moen's MotionSense™ hands-free faucet's Thoughtful Design was inspired by homeowners.

    Imagine the convenience of a kitchen faucet that can sense what the user…Read More

  • Make Life a Little Easier with Little Effort

    Make Life a Little Easier with Little Effort

    North Olmsted, Ohio… With such busy schedules and lives constantly on the go, it's easy to be forgetful. But in today's connected world, with a little help from technology, it…Read More

  • Give Your Kitchen a Facelift

    Give Your Kitchen a Facelift

    You don't have to spend $20,000 or more to get a brand new kitchen. By focusing on the key components of your kitchen, you can have major design impact without…Read More

  • Simple Ideas for Updating Your Kitchen

    Simple Ideas for Updating Your Kitchen

    Is your kitchen stuck in a time warp? Think you have to have to do a heavy remodel to get it into this century? Think again! All…Read More

  • Small Projects Big Impact

    Small Projects Big Impact

    In today's challenging economy, we're all taking a look at how we spend our hard-earned dollars. And while we may not have the necessary budget to tackle a major…Read More

  • 180 (degrees) in 360 (minutes)

    180 (degrees) in 360 (minutes)

    With the amount of time you spend in your kitchen, why settle for out-of-date features and decor -- especially since it is easy to give your kitchen a 180-degree makeover!…Read More

  • How to Clean with Green

    How to Clean with Green

    Everyone's talking about "green" cleaning products and eco-friendly practices these days. Do they really make a difference? In a word, yes. Mops connected to plastic or…Read More

  • 7 Ways to Conserve Water Without Thinking

    7 Ways to Conserve Water Without Thinking

    Conserving water in the bath and kitchen isn't all about changing your water usage habits. Today, it's more about adding new and innovative technologies that let you cut back…Read More

  • Confused by Contemporary?

    Confused by Contemporary?

    Mixed up by modern? Confused by what's considered contemporary? With more emphasis on home design today, it can be difficult for homeowners to distinguish between the array of design styles.

    Contemporary…Read More

  • Reduce, Re-Use, Repurpose

    Reduce, Re-Use, Repurpose

    To minimize our impact on the environment, the green movement has brought about a move toward repurposing existing structures, rather than creating entirely new ones. Repurposing doesn't have to be…Read More

  • Put the Eco in Decorating

    Put the Eco in Decorating

    Just because you're going green doesn't mean you have to sacrifice style. There are many ways to easily incorporate eco-friendly ideas in your home décor without living the stereotypical "granola-and-Birkenstocks"…Read More

  • Fantasy Island

    Fantasy Island

    Summer is over, but you may still be dreaming of a fantasy island. No, not the island with white sandy beaches, palm trees and sun... but your kitchen island. "The…Read More

  • Century Home Charm

    Century Home Charm

    When it comes to decorating, you love the idea of a century home, full of character and charm with interesting nooks and classic details. But the reality of a 100+…Read More

  • Top Home Trends for 2011

    Top Home Trends for 2011

    Each New Year brings about new trends. Want to know what's hot in the home for 2011? For information (and inspiration) for your home, look no further than Read More

  • Stylish Kitchen Trends That Won't Bust Your Budget

    Stylish Kitchen Trends That Won't Bust Your Budget

    Following a budget doesn't mean sacrificing style. Check out these kitchen trends that are both affordable and transformative.
    Reinvent Your Kitchen Seating Are the wooden stools in your kitchen a bore?…Read More

  • Decorating Trends Still Going Strong in Fall.

    Decorating Trends Still Going Strong in Fall.

    The traditional warmth of fall colors can add a welcoming feel that you can enjoy all year long.

    Accents in the family room

    Your…Read More

  • Trends for 2013: What's New and What's Next

    Trends for 2013: What's New and What's Next

    Which design trends are interior decorators seeing as the "next big thing" for 2013? Chevron patterns, glass backsplashes and retractable towel rings are just a few…Read More

  • Sneak Preview of Spring Colors and Accessories for the Home

    Sneak Preview of Spring Colors and Accessories for the Home

    Take a look at how the hottest trending colors and coolest new accessories can spring some life into your kitchen and bath. Shades of the 1950s and 1960s are…Read More

  • Easy Cleaning Tips

    Easy Cleaning Tips

    8 Cleaning Tips Using Everyday Items
    When it comes to chores, does it seem like you never have the right cleaning products for the job? The solution may be as close…Read More


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